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  • MDA Livery on Selected Routes 9 May, 2025
    Effective May 28, 2025, China Airlines will operate the Kaohsiung–Singapore (CI757/CI758), Kaohsiung–Manila (CI711/CI712), and Kaohsiung–Bangkok ( Certain days of week ,CI839/CI840) services using aircraft featuring the Mandarin Airlines livery.
    　
    　
  • Handling Guidelines for to/from Europe tickets caused by Conflict between India and Pakistan 7 May, 2025
     
    ApplicationCI/AE flights cancellation/irregularity time over 2 hours to/from Europe caused by Conflict Between India and Pakistan
    EligibilityPassengers holding CI/AE valid tickets with confirmed bookings to/from Europe on/after 06May (Change regulations are applicable to Dynasty Flyer Program Award Ticket)
    Changea. Within ticket validity, the fare/tax/booking service charge differences and reissue charge, including reissue service charge, shall be waived once provided that Booking class/Carrier/Routing (City) remains unchanged. Flights operated by CI/AE shall not be rebooked to codeshare flights or other airlines flights. Ticket issued on CI website please contact the branch office or Call Center to change the booking.
    b. Within ticket validity, if the above item is not applicable, the difference of fare/tax caused by the change of the booking class/itinerary should be paid by the passenger. The booking service charge difference and reissue charge, including the reissue service charge, shall be waived once.
    Refunda. For totally unused tickets: Full refund can be performed without imposing any refund charge/penalty.
    b. For partially used tickets: Refund charge can be waived.
    c. Chargeable seats and Pre-paid excess baggage can be fully refunded.
    d. Original tickets issued via the CI website, call centers, and the branch offices can apply for a refund via CI Website.
    Group / Free/ Reduced fare TicketsFree and Reduced fare tickets do not apply to the principles above, e.g. ID/AD/DM...etc. For group tickets, please contact your travel agency.

    For the details please contact your travel agency or CI/AE branch office.
    　
    　
  • Notice for Passengers Travelling to/from Europe 7 May, 2025

    China Airlines has activated the relevant protocols in response to the force majeure /extraordinary circumstance caused by the Indo-Pakistani conflict. To ensure the safety of all travelers, crew members, and aircraft within the area affected by this international situation, the following flight changes have been made after an expert assessment:

    Flights CI61 (Taoyuan - Frankfurt) and CI73 (Taoyuan - Amsterdam) on May 6 were diverted to Bangkok where they received a change of crew and refueled before returning to Taipei. These flights will continue onto their original destination once a new route is planned to avoid the affected region. Flights CI67 (Taoyuan - Prague) and CI75 (Taoyuan - Rome) on May 6 have been canceled. Flight CI82 (London - Taoyuan) on May 6 was diverted to Prague where it received a change of crew and refueled before returning to Taoyuan. Flight CI81 (Taoyuan - London) on May 7 has been canceled.

    China Airlines is continuing to monitor the situation and adjusting flight schedules as necessary. For the latest flight changes, please visit the China Airlines website, use the CAL mobile app, or register for SMS notification. We thank all travelers for their patience and understanding.

  • Adjustments to the charge regulations for Unaccompanied Minors 5 May, 2025
    Adjustments to the charge regulations for Unaccompanied Minors (UM) on CI/AE international sectors will take effect for tickets issued on or after May 8, 2025, as follows:
    1. Applicable Fares :
      ● Excluding RBD L, Unaccompanied Minors must purchase an adult ticket and also apply to mileage upgrade with confirm booking (RBD-I/P) and award ticket (RBD-O/Z/X).
      ● ID/AD/GE/RG/DM/CG discount ticket types are not applicable.
      ● The same rule applies when minors travel with an adult in a different cabin.
    2. Changes/Cancellation Charge: Processed according to the relevant ticket regulations.
  • Please Check Entry Regulations Regarding Carried Items Before Travel 30 Apr, 2025
    China Airlines kindly reminds passengers that some commonly used medications, food products, or health supplements may be restricted or require declaration upon entry, depending on the destination. To ensure a smooth journey, we recommend reviewing the customs and entry regulations of your destination before departure.
  • Adjustment for Reissue Service Charge 21 Apr, 2025
    1. If you have a ticket issued by a travel agency and wish to change your itinerary, please contact the original issuing travel agency for reissuance.
    2. Effective from April 23, 2025, if you have a ticket issued by a travel agency and wish to reissue at our ticketing counter, customer service center or airport, in addition to the original ticket change fee and fare/tax differences, an additional Reissue Service Charge TWD 2000 or equivalent USD 60 will be collected per ticket. (The charge is non-discountable and non-refundable.)
    3. Please confirm that your ticket matches the confirmed reservation before departure to avoid going to the airport counter without a confirmed booking, which may incur this fee.
  • China Airlines’ Commitment: Aviation Safety as our top priority and Respectful workplace for employee 16 Apr, 2025
    China Airlines (CAL) is committed to providing a punctual and safe flying experience with a spirit of dedication. The flight schedule or type of aircraft may be, however, subject to change due to unforeseen and uncontrollable force majeure factors such as aircraft maintenance, weather condition etc. In accordance with China Airlines (CAL) General Conditions of Carriage, China Airlines’ (CAL) responsibilities include transportation, rerouting, or refunding, with every effort made to minimize the impact on our customer. When necessary, the type of aircraft may be substituted without prior notice. China Airlines (CAL) shall not be held liable for any delays caused by circumstances beyond its control or by event that are not reasonably foreseeable. Nevertheless, we remain dedicated to providing appropriate service measures to our customers.

    It is important for China Airlines (CAL) to ensure a dignified and friendly workplace for every employee. Our staff aims to serve every customer in a professional and courteous manner at all times. We sincerely call on all customers to help foster a climate of mutual respect in communications. Any threatening, harassing, abusive or irrational behavior toward our employees will be subject to necessary legal action to ensure a safe and friendly workplace for our employees.

  • Handling Guideline for Passenger Requests due to Thailand and Myanmar earthquake 28 Mar, 2025
     
    ApplicationPassenger requests due to Thailand and Myanmar earthquake
    EligibilityPassengers holding CI/AE valid tickets issued on/before 28MAR25 with confirmed bookings to/from BKK/CNX /RGN between 28MAR-15APR25, must submit applications on/before 30JUN25 (Change regulations are applicable to Dynasty Flyer Program Award Ticket).
    Changea. Within ticket validity, the fare/tax/booking service charge differences and reissue charge, including reissue service charge, shall be waived once provided that booking class/Carrier/Routing (Airport) remains unchanged and the new flight date is within 14 days prior to or after the originally booked flight. Flights operated by CI/AE shall not be rebooked to codeshare flights or other airlines flights. Ticket issued on CI website please contact the branch office or Call Center to change the booking.
    b. Within ticket validity, if the above item is not applicable, the difference of fare/tax caused by the change of the booking class/itinerary should be paid by the passenger. The booking service charge difference and reissue charge, including the reissue service charge, shall be waived once.
    Refunda. For totally unused tickets: Full refund can be performed without imposing any refund charge/penalty.
    b. For partially used tickets: Refund charge can be waived.
    c. Chargeable seats and Pre-paid excess baggage can be fully refunded.
    d. Original tickets issued via the CI website, call centers, and the branch offices can apply for a refund via CI Website.
    Group / Free/ Reduced fare TicketsFree and Reduced fare tickets do not apply to the principles above, e.g. ID/AD/DM...etc. For group tickets, please contact your travel agency.

    For the details please contact your travel agency or CI/AE branch office.
    　
    　
  • Notice for London’s Heathrow Airport 21 Mar, 2025

    Due to Heathrow Airport has announced that there’s a fire at an electrical substation supplying the airport.

    China Airlines would like to remind those passengers to/from London on 21MAR/CI081 should be advised to check the latest flight status before going to the airport. 

    Please check the flight status via our website, download the China Airlines App, or register for SMS notification to receive the lastest updates. 

    Thanks for your under standing and cooperation.

  • From 30th March 2025, the closing time of the Check-In Counter at TSA Airport changes to 60 min before the schedule departure time. 14 Mar, 2025
    From 30th March 2025, all China Airlines and Mandarin Airlines’ international flights from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA), counter closing time changes to 60 minutes before the schedule departure time. For more information please click here.